Arrival in Sylt from Denmark
Four ways to the island
Denmark
Ferry
The FRS Sylt ferries SyltExpress and RömöExpress connect the Lister Harbor on Sylt with the Danish port of Havneby on Rømø.
The modern Sylt ferry transports passengers and cars from Sylt's neighboring island of Rømø to List on Sylt. The journey across the North Sea takes approximately 40 minutes.
Car train
If you want to travel by car, you can use the Car train from Niebüll use either the red DB Sylt Shuttle or blue CAR TRAIN Sylt.
In Niebüll, you board the car train and can relax in your vehicle during the journey, enjoying the impressive panorama of the Wadden Sea. After about 35 minutes, you'll arrive on the island.
Train
If you'd rather leave your car at home, the train is a convenient way to travel. From Denmark, for example, there is a direct connection to Flensburg, from where you can continue your journey by bus from Flensburg to Niebüll and from Niebüll to Westerland on Sylt by train. From Tønder, the North German Railway Niebüll (neg) to Niebüll, where there is a transfer to Westerland/Sylt.
In addition there is daily direct train connections from Hamburg* and other German cities to Sylt.
Airplane
From Denmark, you can fly quickly and comfortably to Sylt and discover the beauty of the North Sea island. You can land your private plane at Sylt Airport. For more information, contact General Aviation Terminal (GAT).
Day trip from Rømø
A relaxing day full of nature and enjoyment: A day trip from Rømø to Sylt is a special experience. From Rømø, the ferry takes you directly to List on Sylt in a short time. Discover the island with a stroll along the endless beaches, enjoy a delicious fish sandwich in List harbor, or explore List.
With the Public bus From List you can easily reach the central bus station in Westerland or you rent a Bicycle and go on a discovery tour!
Sylt offers you, among other things, the perfect mix of Shopping experiences, wellness offers and golf with breathtaking sea views. Stroll through the charming boutiques and shops in Kampen, Westerland or Keitum and discover high-quality fashion, accessories and regional products. Afterwards, you can relax in one of the Wellness hotels pamper yourself – from relaxing massages to thalassotherapy treatments. Golf lovers Sylt offers unique places that guarantee not only sporting challenges but also spectacular views of the North Sea.
Tip: Bring some cash with you for your day trip to Sylt, as not every shop accepts cashless payments!
A day in List on Sylt
This is what your trip to the north of the island could look like
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Breakfast on the Sylt ferry - Start your day with a maritime and relaxed vibe! Tip: You can also pre-order breakfast.
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Rent a bike and drive to Elbowto see the northernmost point of Germany and the two lighthouses
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Shopping at Lister Hafen - Browse through the Shops around the harbor
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Drive by bus to the west beach and enjoy a beach day in beach chair or in the Beach sauna
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Experience the forces of nature in the informative exhibition of the Natural Forces Adventure Center
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Go on a Nature tour through the impressive dune landscape
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A culinary must on Sylt: A delicious fish sandwich on the Lister Harbor
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Walk across the Mövenbergdeich to Lister viewing dune
By ferry, car or train to Sylt
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